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WOW vs. Xfinity Internet Providers Compared

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Rosslyn Elliott

Written by Rosslyn Elliott - Pub. Jul. 27, 2023 / Updated Aug. 18, 2026

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Plans starting at: $25

Popular Package: Internet 1 Gig

Download speeds up to: 5 Gbps

Connection Types: Fiber & Cable

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Plans starting at: $45

Popular Package: 1 Gig

Download speeds up to: 2 Gbps

Connection Types: Cable

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WOW Staff rating

4.0

WOW! delivers fast, reliable internet with attractive pricing

WOW! (WideOpenWest) serves customers in 6 states—Michigan, Alabama, Tennessee, South Carolina, Georgia, and Florida [1]—and is the smallest cable internet provider on our list [2]. WOW! serves over 2 million residential, business, and wholesale consumer subscribers, which is still a smaller base compared to industry cable internet giants like Xfinity and Spectrum [3]. Notably,  it serves 470,400 high-speed data subscribers as of December 31, 2024 (down from 490,100 in 2023). But WOW! provides a model of good internet performance, operational success, and general customer satisfaction. In August 2025, WOW! (WideOpenWest) agreed to be acquired by DigitalBridge Group and Crestview Partners in a $1.5 billion transaction valued at $5.20 per share [4]. WOW! uses a hybrid fiber-coaxial (HFC) network, like the biggest national cable providers. WOW! also features very low introductory plan prices, far lower than most cable internet providers. Though prices will rise after the first year, you’ll still pay about $20 less for most WOW! plan speeds than you would with Spectrum or Xfinity.  And WOW! scores above average for customer satisfaction, too.

PROS

Best prices for cable service Good customer satisfaction Gigabit download speeds

Cons

Limited area of coverage Slower upload speeds

Xfinity Staff rating

3.9
Xfinity pairs a fiber-powered network with a rare 5-year price guarantee Xfinity is Comcast’s residential internet service and one of the country's largest providers, with 28.65 million residential broadband customers across 41 states. It runs a fiber-powered, hybrid fiber-coaxial (HFC) network (fiber deep into the neighborhood, then a coaxial line for the last stretch to your home), and in independent Opensignal testing from 2026 it ranked first nationally for consistent quality, download speed, and video experience. Every plan includes unlimited data and equipment, and at checkout you can lock your rate with a 1-year or 5-year price guarantee. Download speeds reach up to 2000 Mbps, with symmetrical multi-gig available in select markets. All-fiber providers still hold an edge for the heaviest upload work, but for most households, Xfinity’s mix of speed, unlimited data, and price stability is tough to beat. One of the most widely available providers in the U.S. Xfinity scores a 4.5/5 stars for availability because it is available in 41 states and Washington, D.C., spanning more than 11,000 cities. If your area has cable infrastructure, there’s a strong chance Xfinity reaches your address, and that footprint is one of its biggest advantages. It also means Xfinity is frequently the only high-speed wired option in a given area, which has real implications for pricing and service quality.

PROS

Available in 41 states 5 year price guarantee Unlimited data Gigabit download speeds

Cons

Coaxial last mile trails all-fiber for the heaviest uploads Shared neighborhood capacity can slow peak-hour speeds for some users Autopay and paperless billing required to hold the guaranteed rate

WOW Internet Plans

PlanService TypeDownload SpeedMonthly Price
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Fiber 5 GigFiber InternetUp to 5,000 Mbps Only $185
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Fiber 3 GigFiber InternetUp to 3,000 Mbps Only $100
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Internet 1 GigCable InternetUp to 1,000 Mbps Only $50
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Internet 600Cable InternetUp to 600 Mbps Only $30
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Internet 300Cable InternetUp to 300 Mbps Only $25
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Xfinity Internet Plans

PlanService TypeDownload SpeedMonthly Price
1 GigCable InternetUp to 1,000 Mbps Only $70
*Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change.
500 MbpsCable InternetUp to 500 Mbps Only $60
*Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change.
300 MbpsCable InternetUp to 300 Mbps Only $45
*Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change.
2 GigCable InternetUp to 2,000 Mbps Only $100
*Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change.
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WOW FAQ's

WOW! does not provide a static IP address for your home internet account. But WOW! does offer home business accounts that can provide you with a static IP address.
WOW! offers security on a network level, which means you don’t have to manage it yourself. Network Security helps guard your internet connection against phishing, viruses and malware.
WOW! Internet and WOW! Whole-Home Wi-Fi can be self-installed.
Yes, you can. As long as a technician has completed the outside installation or there is an existing WOW! connection, you will be able to install and activate service using your own modem.
Take our internet speed test to find your actual upload and download speed.
The eero devices that support your Whole-Home Wi-Fi provide up to 1500 square feet of coverage per device.
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Xfinity FAQ's

No. All Xfinity internet plans are month-to-month, with no annual contract and no early termination fee. The 5-year price guarantee locks in your rate, not your commitment, so you can cancel anytime without a penalty.
Xfinity covers 41 states and Washington, D.C., but availability varies block by block. Enter your ZIP code on CompareInternet.com to check current plans, pricing, and promotions at your address.
Yes. Xfinity runs a fiber-rich, hybrid fiber-coaxial network, with fiber carrying traffic deep into each community and a coaxial line finishing the run to many homes.
Yes, in select markets. Where those plans are available, uploads and downloads match at speeds up to 2,000 Mbps. Since symmetrical service isn’t unique to fiber-to-the-home, it’s worth checking the exact upload tier offered at your address.
No. Every plan tier includes unlimited data with no caps or overage fees.
Yes. Self-installation is free and guided step by step through the Xfinity app, and many customers can get online the same day.
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